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We post regular content that focuses on important health topics and issues that affect you and your family with tips and advice from health experts right here at Lakeland.


Preventing Cervical Cancer

Jan 12, 2018
Cervical cancer deaths have drastically decreased due to more women taking preventative measures.

Tracking Health With Technology

Jan 08, 2018
Keeping tabs on your diet and exercise can be difficult. Technology can help you with that.

8 Simple Moves for an At-Home Workout

Jan 02, 2018
It isn’t always easy to find time to go to the gym. Don’t let that be an excuse to put your health on the back burner.

Choosing a Birth Control Option That Suits You

Dec 11, 2017
Deciding on a method for pregnancy prevention can be an overwhelming task.

Check-Up: Keep Your Blood Pressure in Check

Dec 06, 2017
New guidelines mean millions more will have high blood pressure. Learn how to keep yours in check.

9 Things Every Parent Should Know When Buying Toys

Dec 04, 2017
Help ensure your children have a safe and happy holiday season.

Check-Up: How to Avoid a Hernia

Nov 30, 2017
Once you have a hernia, surgery is the only way to fix the problem. Learn steps you can take to prevent one from forming.

Managing Diabetes — It’s Not Easy, But It’s Worth It

Nov 27, 2017
Diabetes educators answer three common questions regarding diabetes.

Spotting Symptoms of Varicose Veins and How to Find Relief

Nov 21, 2017
Even though veins can be seen, they may not necessarily be varicose veins.

Caregiving Around the Clock.

Nov 03, 2017
Looking after a loved one can be a rewarding and fulfilling experience and at times it can also be overwhelming, challenging, or lonely.

Starting the Conversation

Oct 17, 2017
It’s never too early to begin the conversation about sexual assault with your children.

ADHD Overview: Get the Facts

Oct 16, 2017
If left untreated, ADHD can deprive a person of self-esteem and limit success both at school and in the workforce.

Tackling Healthy Eating at Your Next Tailgate

Sep 15, 2017
Tackle temptation at your next tailgating party with these 6 easy tips and a delicious healthy recipe.

Don't Sweat the Small Stuff, or Should You?

Aug 24, 2017
Hydration is key during these hot summer months, especially for all the young athletes hitting the field.

Splish Splash Water Safety

Jul 27, 2017
Learn more about keeping your family and friends safe around water.

Watch Out for Ticks This Summer

Jul 19, 2017
Ticks are more active in the summer, make sure to take extra steps to limit your exposure and prevent tick-borne illness.

Savor the Season

Jun 28, 2017
Kick-start your summer where fresh and healthy meet tasty. Check out the Benton Harbor Farmers' Market.

Babysitting Tips

Jun 22, 2017
Sitters should have some babysitting training - including knowing what to do if a child begins to choke, or need first aid or CPR.

Understanding Food Allergies in Children

Jun 12, 2017
When your child's immune system senses that a food or something in a food is a "danger" to your child's health, a food allergy reaction occurs.

4 Simple Summer Safety Tips

Jun 05, 2017
Keeping your kids healthy and active in the summer doesn't have to hard. Learn four easy ways to keep your kids active, healthy, and safe all summer long.

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Check-Up: The Serious Side of Acid Reflux (John Gosling, MD)

Spectrum Health Lakeland internist, John Gosling, MD, talks about the warning signs and symptoms of severe acid reflux and consequences if untreated.

Cooking for Your Heart (David Chalupa, PA and Courtney Dixon, RD)

Spectrum Health Lakeland clinicians David Chalupa, PA, and registered dietitian, Courtney Dixon, cook up a heart-healthy meal while talking about risk factors for heart disease.

Check-Up: Common Heart Valve Problems (Dave Chalupa, PA)

Spectrum Health Lakeland physician assistant, David Chalupa describes different heart valve conditions and what it means to have a leaky valve.

Check-Up: What Does Cardiac Rehab Involve? (Brett Hoseth, PA)

Spectrum Health Lakeland physician assistant, Brett Hoseth, provides a quick explanation about who may need cardiac rehabilitation and how long it lasts.

Check-Up: What is an Angiogram? (Jerome Kuhnlein, MD)

Spectrum Health Lakeland cardiologist, Jerome Kuhnlein, MD, explains how an angiogram can help determine if an angioplasty is needed to improve blood flow through the heart.

Check-Up: Powered by a Pacemaker (Jerome Kuhnlein, MD)

Spectrum Health Lakeland cardiologist, Jerome Kuhnlein, MD, describes how a pacemaker gets implanted under the collarbone to help regulate heart rhythm issues.

Check-Up: Blood Thinners (Christopher Chiu, MD)

Spectrum Health Lakeland cardiologist, Christopher Chiu, MD, explains why a person would need to be prescribed a blood thinner and the importance of measuring the blood’s thickness to prevent clots.

Check-Up: What is a Widow Maker? (Christopher Chiu, MD)

Spectrum Health Lakeland cardiologist, Christopher Chiu, MD, explains what a widow maker heart attack is and why it’s serious.

Check-Up: Why Salt is Bad for Heart Failure (Christopher Chiu, MD)

Spectrum Health Lakeland cardiologist, Christopher Chiu, explains why too much salt can have bad side-effects for patients with congestive heart failure.

Check-Up: Postpartum Depression is Not Your Fault (Meredith Sheldon, MA, LLPC)

Southwestern Medical Clinic counselor, Meredith Sheldon, talks about why women may experience postpartum depression and how treatment can help people cope.

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